I Love Lucy (TV) Cast
The cast of I Love Lucy. Updated on August 17, 2025.
328 actors
Lucille Ball
as Lucy Ricardo (180 episodes)

Lucille Ball portrays the iconic character of Lucy Ricardo in I Love Lucy. Lucy Ricardo is a lovable, energetic, and often mischievous housewife. She aspires to be in showbiz and constantly schemes to get herself involved in Ricky's performances or movies. Lucy's charisma and comedic timing made her one of television's most memorable characters.

Desi Arnaz
as Ricky Ricardo (180 episodes)

Desi Arnaz portrays Ricky Ricardo, Lucy's husband, and a talented bandleader and nightclub owner. Ricky often finds himself caught up in Lucy's hilarious schemes, but his love for her shines through. Desi Arnaz's portrayal of Ricky showcases his musical talents and his chemistry with Lucille Ball is palpable.

Vivian Vance
as Ethel Mertz (180 episodes)

Vivian Vance plays the role of Ethel Mertz, Lucy's best friend, and neighbor. Ethel is married to Fred Mertz and often gets roped into Lucy's adventures. She is a dependable and loyal friend with a quick wit. Vivian Vance's portrayal of Ethel adds a layer of warmth and humor to the show.

William Frawley
as Fred Mertz (180 episodes)

William Frawley portrays Fred Mertz, Ethel's husband, and the Ricardos' best friend and neighbor. Fred is grumpy, cantankerous, and always up for a game of poker. Frawley's portrayal of Fred Mertz is iconic, and his comedic timing and chemistry with the rest of the cast contribute to the show's success.

Harpo Marx
as Harpo Marx (1 episode)

Harpo Marx, known for his comedic performances as part of the Marx Brothers, makes a notable guest appearance as himself in one episode of I Love Lucy. Harpo Marx is a silent comedian and musician known for his harp-playing skills and physical comedy.

Mabel Paige
as Mrs. Hansen (1 episode)

Mabel Paige portrays Mrs. Hansen, a character in I Love Lucy. Mrs. Hansen is a friendly neighbor who often interacts with Lucy and Ethel. Paige's performance adds a touch of charm to the show.

Milton Frome
as Sam Carter (1 episode)

Milton Frome plays the role of Sam Carter in I Love Lucy. Sam Carter is a frequent customer at Ricky's nightclub. Frome's portrayal of Sam Carter brings laughs as he interacts with the main characters.

Cornel Wilde
as Cornel Wilde (1 episode)

Cornel Wilde, a renowned actor of his time, makes a guest appearance as himself in an episode of I Love Lucy. Wilde is known for his roles in various films and brings his star power to the show.

Nancy Kulp
as Maid (1 episode)
John Frank
as Newspaperman (1 episode)
Richard Widmark
as Richard Widmark (1 episode)
Howard McNear
as Mr. Crawford (uncredited) (1 episode)
Charles Boyer
as Charles Boyer (1 episode)
Stephen Wootton
as Little Barney (1 episode)
Philip Ober
as Arnold (uncredited) (2 episodes)
Claude Akins
as Claude Akins (uncredited) (1 episode)
John Litel
as Harvey Cromwell (1 episode)
Elsa Lanchester
as Edna Grundy (1 episode)
Gale Gordon
as Mr. Littlefield (2 episodes)
Hedda Hopper
as Hedda Hopper (1 episode)
John Wayne
as John Wayne (1 episode)
Van Johnson
as Van Johnson (1 episode)
Eve Arden
as Eve Arden (uncredited) (1 episode)
Ellen Corby
as Miss Hanna (1 episode)
Pierre Watkin
as Mr. Dorrance (1 episode)
Ben Welden
as Thief (uncredited) (1 episode)
Edward Everett Horton
as Mr. Ritter (1 episode)
Sheldon Leonard
as Harry Martin (uncredited) (1 episode)
Gerald Mohr
as Dr. Stewart (1 episode)
Richard Crenna
as Arthur Morton (1 episode)
Frank Sully
as Delivery Man (1 episode)
Tennessee Ernie Ford
as Ernie Ford (3 episodes)
Milton Parsons
as Mr. Thurlow (1 episode)
Norma Varden
as Mrs. Benson (1 episode)
Rosa Turich
as Carlotta Romero (1 episode)
Jimmy Demaret
as Jimmy Demaret (1 episode)
Natalie Schafer
as Phoebe Emerson (1 episode)
Mary Wickes
as Madame Le Mond (1 episode)
Arthur Q. Bryan
as Mr. Chambers (1 episode)
James Burke
as Mr. Watson (1 episode)
K.T. Stevens
as Mrs. O'Brien (1 episode)
Orson Welles
as Orson Welles (1 episode)
Strother Martin
as Man in Coffee Shop (1 episode)
William Holden
as William Holden (1 episode)
George Reeves
as Superman (uncredited) (1 episode)
Sheila MacRae
as Sheila MacRae (1 episode)
Bob Hope
as Bob Hope (1 episode)
Benny Rubin
as Driver (1 episode)
Emory Parnell
as Policeman (1 episode)
Bea Benaderet
as Miss Lewis (1 episode)
Robert B. Williams
as Bailiff (1 episode)
Paul Harvey
as Art Critic (1 episode)
Janet Waldo
as Peggy Dawson (1 episode)
Shirley Mitchell
as Marion (3 episodes)
Harry Ackerman
as Network Sponsor #2 (uncredited) (1 episode)
Gloria Blondell
as Grace Foster (1 episode)
Hayden Rorke
as Mr. O'Brien (1 episode)
Brenda Marshall
as Brenda Marshall (1 episode)
Marilyn Borden
as Twin (1 episode)
Ralph Sanford
as Guard (uncredited) (1 episode)
Florence Halop
as Woman #1 (voice) (1 episode)
Harry Cheshire
as Sam Johnson (1 episode)
Phil Arnold
as Man in Hall (1 episode)
Jess Oppenheimer
as Network Sponsor #1 (uncredited) (1 episode)
Amzie Strickland
as Salesgirl (1 episode)
Rosalyn Borden
as Twin (1 episode)
Lurene Tuttle
as Club President (1 episode)
Hal March
as Eddie Grant (1 episode)
Douglas Evans
as Doug (1 episode)
Sammy Ogg
as Jimmy Hudson (uncredited) (1 episode)
Eve McVeagh
as Roberta (1 episode)
David Stollery
as Timmy Hudson (uncredited) (1 episode)
Gail Bonney
as Mrs. Hudson (uncredited) (1 episode)
Richard Lee Simmons
as Little Ricky (uncredited) (1 episode)
Ronald Lee Simmons
as Little Ricky (uncredited) (1 episode)
Hans Conried
as Mr. Livermore (1 episode)
Pat Moran
as Buffo (1 episode)
Hal Hudson
as Network Sponsor #3 (uncredited) (1 episode)
Adele Longmire
as Nurse (1 episode)
Kenny Morgan
as Kenny (uncredited) (1 episode)
Lewis Martin
as Jim White (uncredited) (1 episode)
Frank J. Scannell
as Burlesque Comic (1 episode)
John Brown
as Mr. Murdoch (1 episode)
Florence Bates
as Mrs. Pettebone (1 episode)
Lita Baron
as Renita (1 episode)
Maury Thompson
as Script Clerk (uncredited) (1 episode)
Rita Conde
as Maria (1 episode)
Margie Liszt
as Betty (1 episode)
Myra Marsh
as Club President (1 episode)
Will Wright
as Mr. Walters (2 episodes)
Gil Herman
as Assassin #2 (1 episode)
Robert Ellis
as Office Boy (1 episode)
Edith Meiser
as Mrs. Littlefield (2 episodes)
Alvin Hurwitz
as Mr. Snodgrass (1 episode)
Amanda Milligan
as Chocolate Dipper (1 episode)
Charles Victor
as Man in Closet (1 episode)
Veola Vonn
as Girl Emcee (1 episode)
Paul Dubov
as Jerry (1 episode)
Moroni Olsen
as Judge (1 episode)
Helen Dickson
as Showgirl #2 (1 episode)
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